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Fox Valley Villages
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$1,681 - $2,704
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Fox Valley Villages

710 S Eola RdAurora, IL 60504
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Downer Place Lofts
$1,695 - $1,850
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Downer Place Lofts

220 E Downer PlAurora, IL 60505
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161 N Ohio St

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Indian Trail Apartments
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Indian Trail Apartments

371 Old Indian TrailAurora, IL 60506
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Silver Oaks At Waterford
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Silver Oaks At Waterford

1819 Silver Oaks CirAurora, IL 60504
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Autumnwood Apartments
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Autumnwood Apartments

734 N Gladstone AveAurora, IL 60506
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321 W Old Indian Trl
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321 W Old Indian Trl

321 W Old Indian TrlAurora, IL 60506
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Aurora, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood priced from $600. Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sage Crest Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$600
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1,070
Leland Tower ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,090
Fairhaven Village Apartments1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1,175
Aurora Heights1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Deville Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Lakeview Residences0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,440
Springs At Orchard Road ApartmentsStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,537

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.87 price per square foot Capewood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $3,027. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the DTH La Belle Model at Heyday Aurora starting at $3,050 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AuroraCapewood2BR,2BA$1.87
Heyday AuroraDTH La Belle3BR,2.5BA$1.94
430 Grand Ave, Unit 1430 Grand Ave3BR,1BA$1.42
The Apartments at Kirkland CrossingOak2BR,2BA$1.91
Fox Pointe2B2B2BR,2BA$1.72
Downer Place Lofts1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.96
Deville Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Fairhaven Village Apartments1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.88
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1.78
Sage Crest Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00

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Aurora Overview

Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.

Why live in Aurora, IL?

A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aurora?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aurora is at Leland Tower Apartments listed at $1,090.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment is $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is starting from $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sage Crest Apartments and starts from $600.

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